Assistant Inspector General for Investigations

JobSummary

This position is in the Federal Communications Commission, Office of the Inspector General (FCC OIG). The Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) is responsible for serving as a member of FCC OIG's senior leadership team and directing all investigations and proactive investigative activities relating to alleged wrongdoing, to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse in connection with FCC's program and operations.

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PromotionPotential

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OrganizationCodes

OT/FC00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• public
• ses

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

The FCC is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions.

TravelCode

1

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/fcc/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1751&J=218562

DetailStatusUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/fcc/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1751&J=218562&S=1

MajorDuties

• The Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) is a critical leadership position in FCC OIG who is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of an investigations program that is comprehensive, effective, and responsive to FCC OIG's interests and needs. The job duties of the AIGI include: Serve as the principal advisor to the IG in the development and implementation of OIG's investigative activities, standards, procedures, and priorities. Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Office of Investigations and supervises an investigative team. Keep the IG informed, through regular formal and informal oral briefings, on significant investigative findings, outreach, and proactive efforts. Assist the IG with briefings for internal and external stakeholders and providing timely information responsive to inquiries from Congress and other stakeholders. Manage OI investigative and legal resources to ensure their effective, efficient, and economical use. Lead efforts to bring in and maintain required technology and resources, to include the onboarding of a new case management system, and other technology for recording, transcripts, translation, and e-discovery. Ensure the vigorous, fair, and timely pursuit of criminal, civil, and administrative allegations, and that related investigations are compliant with the Inspector General Act, Attorney General Guidelines, and other applicable laws and regulations. Direct the preparation of referrals and reports on conditions disclosed by investigations of allegations and making recommendations regarding their ramifications, correction, and further prevention including monitoring the dispositions of report findings to ensure proper action. Compile statistics and other evaluative data to measure operational and investigative effectiveness, results, and personnel requirements. Ensure information relating to investigative matters is included in the Semiannual Report to Congress. Analyze new or revised statutes, regulations, policies, Executive Orders, court decisions, and procedures affecting both the OIG and the FCC's programs and operations to identify new initiatives and to ensure that OIG policies and procedures appropriately conform or are revised as needed. Develop and recommend investigative policies, plans, procedures and programs consistent with overall policy guidance provided by the IG, and ensuring all investigative staff are trained and knowledgeable regarding OI policies and procedures. Make recommendations to the IG regarding selection of employees, assignment of duties, evaluation of performance, training, awards, promotions, and disciplinary and other adverse actions. Also, recruiting, retaining, and developing the talent needed to achieve a high-performing workforce with the skills needed to accomplish organizational performance objectives while ensuring fairness in the selecting, managing, and promotion of OI staff.

Education

Requirements

This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position in accordance with the Commission's Drug-Free Workplace Plan. If selected for the position, you will be subject to drug testing prior to employment and periodic random testing after entering on duty. Other: - Before hiring, an agency will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The agency will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. If you are a male over age 18 who was born after December 31, 1959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job. - If applicable, you will be required to serve a probationary period of one year. - In order for you to be employed at the FCC, there are certain Commission and Federal laws governing the financial interests of you and members of your immediate family. If selected for the position, you must submit a financial disclosure statement upon assuming the position.

Evaluations

Your application will be reviewed to determine the quality and extent of your relevant experience. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications outlined in this vacancy announcement, including the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) which must be clearly demonstrated within your resume and is limited to two (2) pages. Do not submit separate narrative statements; separate ECQ or MTQ narratives will not be accepted or considered. Veterans Preference does not apply to this SES recruitment. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

HowToApply

Apply on-line using the Commission's automated recruitment system in https://fcc.usajobs.gov or at www.usajobs.gov. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CONSIDERATION, YOUR APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING (in addition to registration information required to utilize this web site): 1. Resume - Your resume must clearly demonstrate that you meet the ECQs and the MTQs required for this positions. ECQs and MTQs must be addressed within your resume; separate narrative statements will not be accepted. The resume may not exceed two (2) pages. Resumes should include the following information: - Vacancy announcement number such as SES-2025-002 - Full name, mailing address, and day and evening phone numbers - Job title (include series and grade if Federal job) - Duties and accomplishments - Employer's name and address - Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year) - Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments If applying online poses a hardship, or you have any questions regarding eligible status, please contact the HR point of contact listed on the vacancy announcement during business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Standard Time) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. 2. Optional Essay Questions (Per OPM Guidance) In accordance with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Merit Hiring Plan, applicants are encouraged to respond to the following four optional essay questions: Question 1: How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from your professional, academic, or personal experience. (Constitutional Commitment) Question 2: In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. (Government Efficiency) Question 3: How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. (Advancing Executive Orders and Policy Priorities) Question 4: How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic, or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effective in this position. (Work Ethic) Your responses will not be scored or rated; however, they may be reviewed by the selecting official and agency leadership as part of the hiring process. Each response should be no more than 200 words. Applicants must certify that all responses are their own work and have not been generated by artificial intelligence tools. You will not be disqualified if you choose not to respond. Responses may be addressed on your cover page of the resume. For more information on applying for federal jobs, please check this webpage https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page Required documents must be received no later than midnight U.S. Eastern Standard Time of the closing date, or it will not be considered. Requests for extensions will not be granted.

WhatToExpectNext

Once your complete application is received, it will be screened to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated and ranked by a panel of senior executives to identify the best qualified candidates. This evaluation will focus on your demonstrated leadership experience, technical expertise, and overall executive potential. Candidates identified as highly qualified may be invited to participate in an interview(s) and receive reference checks. Final selections are subject to OPM Qualification Review Board (QRB) certification of the ECQs for initial career SES appointment.

RequiredDocuments

1) Optional Applicant Questions; optional, but strongly encouraged for applicants seeking to demonstrate alignment with the agency's leadership values. 2) Resume (limited to 2 pages) cover letter optional. 3) SF50 or proof of SES reinstatement eligibility. OPM Candidate Development Program graduates must provide a copy of the OPM/QRB Criterion B certification.

Benefits

The FCC offers a wide range of employee benefits, including: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Care Insurance Holidays and Leave Retirement Thrift Savings Plan Transit Benefit Alternative Work Schedule Telecommuting

OtherInformation

EEO Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Veterans Information Legal and Regulatory Guidance

KeyRequirements

• US Citizenship.
• Must submit a financial disclosure statement upon assuming the position.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Serve a probationary period of one year, if applicable.
• Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation.
• Drug Testing Required.
• Top Secret/SCI Clearance Required
• Must be eligible for or currently covered under 5.U.S.C. 8336(c) or 8412(d)

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

03

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

Kevin.Beynum@fcc.gov

AgencyContactPhone

202-418-0471

SecurityClearance

Top Secret

DrugTestRequired

True

PositionSensitivitiy

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

AdjudicationType

• Suitability/Fitness

FinancialDisclosureAdditionalText

The incumbent must complete the Standard e-Form 278, Public Financial Disclosure Report